The 10 Best Hotels in Gunnison

The small town of Gunnison, Colorado, was founded in the late 1800s and named after John W Gunnison, the first known traveler in the area (he was looking for the transcontinental). Now it is home to a bustling culture filled with ranching folk and the entire spectrum of the outdoor lifestyle. It sits beside the Blue Mesa Reservoir (the largest body of water in CO) and near the Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Fishing is abundant. The Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park serves as one of the most gorgeous, vibrant, and scenic National Parks in Colorado. The annual Cattlemen’s Days is the oldest rodeo in Colorado’s history, hosted in Gunnison. Point is, if you’re a nature lover, or someone that simply finds solace in the outdoors, Gunnison is the perfect place for you to visit. Enjoy the natural wildlife, nearby mountains, national parks, river rafting, and more. Here are some of the best places for you to stay while you’re there.

The Inn at Tomichi Village

Only two miles from the nearest airport, the Inn at Tomichi Village also sits the same distance from the Gunnison Pioneer Museum, Jorgensen Park, and the Western State Colorado University. Aside from that, the Oak Flat Trail (a renowned hiking spot in Gunnison) is within three miles of this Inn. If you’re looking for a place to stay that’s cozy, smack dab near everything, and offers natural views, this is your spot. The hotel itself features an indoor pool and a fitness center. They have free breakfast, parking, and WiFi. If you’re traveling with a big party and want a space to enjoy yourselves, there’s a conference center that comes with a bar/lounge, hot tub, and a large eating area. The rooms come with their own refrigerators, microwaves, built-in WiFi, and flat-screens with all the cable channels. If you’re looking to stay in Gunnison, you’ll see this Inn recommended everywhere. Read up on the reviews, people rave about it.

The Wanderlust Hotel

With a name like The Wanderlust Hotel, why wouldn’t you stay here? Located smackdab in the heart of Gunnison, this peaceful hostel feels more like a vacation home than a commercial hotel. It’s a quick walk from downtown, where there’s tons of shops and places to eat, and even offers a free bus (not a five minute walk away) that takes you to Crested Butte. If you’re looking at a place to stay during winter to ski the mountain, The Wanderlust Hotel makes that process easy. They even offer hostel bikes to use when going into town, although you might not want to ride to the mountain (it’s over 20 miles away). Their facilities offer a spacious communal kitchen, a large living room, backyard, and then shared or private rooms, depending on what you’re looking for. This is another hotel submerged in Gunnison that’ll be cheerful, happy, and surrounded by beautiful terrain.Visit Site

Island Acres Resort Motel

Looking for a place to stay with a dog? This is your home. Designed to feel more like a home than a hotel, these units are more suitable to be called mini cabins than rooms. It’s in a quiet neighborhood rich with history and nature. The vintage property offers the amenities you’d find in a standard motel, but mixes them with a boutique-like set up. Just outside guests can experience the front-porch which looks out to 100 year old cottonwood trees, the river beyond, fire pits, and the mountains. If you’re looking for something a little out of town with a homey feel, this is your spot.Visit Site

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Similar to the Inn at Tomichi Village, this hotel is located in the heart of Gunnison. It’s in the historical district, meaning it’s close to the Gunnison Pioneer Museum and the Jorgensen Park. Nearby Curecanti Creek and the lake, you’ll be thrilled if you’re an outdoor enthusiast. The rooms come with AC, refrigerators, and microwaves. Flat-screens feature the cable channels and there’s WiFi. Aside from that there’s also an indoor pool and hot tub. They have a complimentary shuttle which takes you up to the mountain (if you’re there in the winter for skiing) and they offer a complimentary buffet-style breakfast.Visit Site

Western Motel Gunnison

This hotel is located in the heart of the West Elk Loop. That means it’s under a half hour away from the Crested Butte and Monarch Ski Resorts, the Black Canyon (in the national park), and the Blue Mesa reservoir. If you’re looking to golf while you’re staying in Gunnison, the Western Motel is also close to the Dos Rios Golf Club. The rooms come with refrigerators, TVs with cable, coffee machines, and have that open, wooden, Colorado feel. If you’re interested in Gunnison for the wildlife, hunting, outdoors, skiing, golfing, and basically anything that involves being outside submerged in nature, check out this hotel.Visit Site

Rodeway Inn

Another hotel in the middle of Gunnison and close to the Dos Rios Golf Club. It also has the Gunnison Valley Observatory and the Smith Opera House right around the corner. The rooms have their own AC units with refrigerators and microwaves included. TVs and cable are available and phones to make free local calls (not that you’ll need those). Onsite amenities include their hot tub, warm fireplace in the common lobby area, and their outdoor yard. Wake up in the morning with a complimentary buffet breakfast and go out and explore the vibrant, beautiful town of Gunnison.Visit Site

Comfort Inn

A bit more commercial, but nonetheless affordable and close to town. While the comfort inn may not have that ‘Gunnison feel,’ it’s still right beside the Curecanti Creek and Oak Flat Trail. It’s close to the Rim Rock Trail (another esteemed hiking spot in Colorado) and the Smith Opera House. Their rooms are air-conditioned, come with refrigerators and LED TVs. There’s complimentary WiFi and satellite programming for your TV (although you’re probably going to want to be out in Gunnison rather than inside watching TV). Amenities include an indoor pool and hot tub, a fitness center, and a cozy lobby with a fireplace. There’s a complimentary buffet-style breakfast included.Visit Site

Gunnison Lakeside RV Parks & Cabins

Definitely a bit unorthodox, but if your MO is to feel the culture of a place, it won’t get much better than this. Bordering the Blue Mesa Reservoir, they offer short term and long term RV rentals (even just to stay in one for a night) and, of course, lakeside cabins. If you have an RV already, this is a perfect place to dock your vehicle and stay for the night. Their campground offers gorgeous views and their location is immediately scenic and natural. The rooms depend on what you’re getting into, but definitely something to check out if you just want to camp, stay in an RV, or treat yourself to a cabin.Visit Site

Alpine Inn

With a wide view of the mountains and only minutes from Dillon Pinnacles and Smith Opera House, this inn is close to everything. Want to leave the city and explore the outdoors? The Alpine Inn is in close proximity of Curecanti Creek and the Oak Flat Trail. The rooms come with refrigerators, microwaves, and they’re air-conditioned. There’s an indoor pool and hot tub, and the hotel features tour/ticket assistance: so if you don’t know what to do, they’ll tell you.Visit Site

Econo Lodge

This hotel is not only close to Crested Butte, but it’s easy on your wallet. Close to the beautiful Blue Mesa Reservoir and Curcenti National Recreation Area, step out the door and take a short ride over to some of the most vibrant forest-life in Colorado. This is another hotel that’s close to the center of Gunnison, and offers a short drive to nearly everywhere in the city (Black Canyon, Opera House, and the Historical District). The rooms come air-conditioned with refrigerators, sofa sleepers, microwaves, and coffee makers. There’s a hot tub onsite, free transportation, and free WiFi.Visit Site

Conclusion

What Gunnison offers is serenity. From beautiful blues, luscious forests, mountains for skiing, and a whole lot of history, it’s the perfect getaway for couples, adventurers, or people that simply want to go somewhere beautiful and shed some stress. All of these hotels come highly recommended, and will only add to the value of your trip.

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SOMA

Soma is awesome all around, great prices, people are knowledgeable and friendly as well as a cool looking interior with local artist on the walls. Voted #1 some where!!

baldntatted0420

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SOMA

Soma is awesome all around, great prices, people are knowledgeable and friendly as well as a cool looking interior with local artist on the walls. Voted #1 some where!!

baldntatted0420

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SOMA

Such a helpful staff! The owner stops in frequently and runs an amazing store :) could not ask for a better location in CB!

amille92

Leafly

09/17/2014

SOMA

Been a customer since they opened and I've got to say they have to best service and buds in comparison with most dispensaries in the valley.

TheOriginalWalt

Leafly

09/17/2014

SOMA

Soma is awesome all around, great prices, people are knowledgeable and friendly as well as a cool looking interior with local artist on the walls. Voted #1 some where!!

baldntatted0420

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SOMA

Hands down the best dispensary in Colorado! Great prices and its weighed way heavy! The staff is very friendly and always make me feel welcome! With out a doubt I'm always going to be going to soma for anything I need. Oh yeah and their hash is out of this world!!

Jayson19

Leafly

11/21/2013

SOMA

I had a great week long stay in Crested Butte during August 2014. I checked out the other adult use shops in town but ended up coming back to Soma every time. As a newbie to the Colorado scene, the staff was very helpful and didn't mind explaining purchase/consumption laws to me. The product quality was A+. Very upscale storefront, too. I'll be back next year! :)

SouthernGent

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08/13/2014

SOMA

Soma is the best dispensary!!! Plenty of options and the staff is AMAZING! ESpecially RIley! Keep on keepin on!

baberlin11

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08/07/2014

SOMA

Soma is the bombdigity and Riley is the beeznasty! Live and let live!

ryguywarezy

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SOMA

At any retail store, costumer service is one of the most important aspects to running a successful business and SOMA is very concerned with their customers satisfaction of their products. They staff is knowledgable and friendly. Great store, and best in CB for sure.

jessereist1

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08/07/2014

SOMA

I've been to the other dispensaries in town and this is my favorite. Biggest selection by far. Nice waiting area. Friendly staff that know what they're talking about. Great products and prices

Bdensmore

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08/04/2014

SOMA

Lots of different strands and edibles, very clean and good atmosphere, friendly and knowledgeable staff, great prices! A lot bigger than other dispensaries in town too

Arichland

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SOMA

Awesome store with helpful employees and a nice selection! Lots of edibles and many strains to choose from at good prices. This place has a great attitude and cool artwork to boot, I visit every time I'm in the area.

tombom24

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08/01/2014

SOMA

The Soma Wellness Lounge is a great shop, the employees are super friendly and helpful, and I've never been disappointed with any of my purchases. I would definitely recommend this place!

ell3958

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07/30/2014

SOMA

Friendly and knowledgeable staff, great prices, great selection! Highly recommended!

itsmikey

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07/28/2014

SOMA

Soma has great prices, excellent selection of dank buds! Recommended as a first stop if you are new to the areas dispensaries!

ekendall104

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07/28/2014

SOMA

This has been my favorite dispensary so far, I have been to 6 and felt like Soma was my home, The staff was very nice and helpful. My favorite is the watermelon chewies. The drinks are yummy too,

Carlinegunn

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07/26/2014

SOMA

Always helpful. Always patient and polite. Y'all never look bored or disinterested. Even went the extra mile to phone me when a strain arrived!